Zoo (Zoo, #1)
Zoo (Zoo, #1)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Global • Contemporary
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Zoo by Michael Ledwidge and James Patterson follows a biologist investigating escalating animal attacks on humans worldwide. As he unravels the mystery, he must race against time to prevent a catastrophic global event.
Reviews & Readership
59,288 ratings
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Review Roundup
Zoo by Michael Ledwidge and James Patterson is praised for its fast-paced, gripping narrative and unique premise of a global animal uprising. Critics enjoy the suspense and action, though some find character development lacking and the scientific basis unconvincing. Despite mixed reviews on the depth of the plot, it remains an entertaining thriller for many readers.
Who Should Read Zoo (Zoo, #1)?
Readers who enjoy suspenseful, fast-paced thrillers with elements of science fiction and environmental themes will be drawn to Zoo by Michael Ledwidge and James Patterson. Fans of Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park or Stephen King's The Stand will appreciate its gripping narrative and thought-provoking premise.
59,288 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Zoo was co-authored by James Patterson and Michael Ledwidge, marking it as a collaborative effort blending Patterson's storytelling with Ledwidge's co-writing expertise.
The book was adapted into a TV series that aired on CBS from 2015 to 2017, expanding its reach beyond the literary world to television audiences.
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James Patterson is known for his rapid writing style, which is often achieved through collaboration with other writers, allowing for multiple publications within a single year.
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Novel • Fiction
Global • Contemporary
2012
Adult
18+ years
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